Brian d’Arcy James is a celebrated stage actor who has received three TONY Nominations for his performance as Nick Bottom in the hit musical SOMETHING ROTTEN, as Shrek in SHREK THE MUSICAL, (winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award and the Drama Desk Award for that role) and also as Sidney Falco in SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS. In 2015, he originated the role of King George in Lin-Manuel Miranda’s HAMILTON off-Broadway and is currently starring in the Broadway run.

Brian was honored with the 2016 SAG Award, Critics Choice Award, Gotham Award, and the Independent Spirit Robert Altman Award for Best Ensemble for his portrayal of Matt Carroll in the 2016 Best Picture Oscar-winning film SPOTLIGHT starring opposite Michael Keaton, Mark Ruffalo, and Rachel McAdams.

All proceeds from the Celebration Concert will be donated to Over The Rainbow’s Future Housing and Resident Services Programs to improve the quality of life for individuals with physical disabilities through the creation of affordable, accessible, barrier-free housing solutions and person-centered services that encourage independence.